JOURNAL ARTICLE

Back into Focus: The Real Story of Robert Capa’s D-Day.

  • Published In: Journal of America's Military Past, 2025, v. 50, n. 1. P. 82 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Wright, Spencer 3 of 3

Abstract

"Back into Focus: The Real Story of Robert Capa’s D-Day" by Charles R. Herrick delves into the truth behind the famous photos of D-Day taken by Robert Capa, exposing the fabrications and exaggerations in Capa's later memoir. The book provides in-depth analysis of Capa's photos, revealing the real story behind them and shedding light on Capa's persona as a creation of Endre Friedmann and his girlfriend. Herrick's detailed account separates fact from fantasy, offering a critical perspective on wartime photography and the complexities of historical narratives. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of America's Military Past. 2025/01, Vol. 50, Issue 1, p82
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2771-5493
  • Accession Number:184636731
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